BNC Panel nut

[thesavo]

does anyone know what kind of wrench is needed to remove this panel nut on the outside of the BNC connector? the scanner is a pro-2030

 

[fxdscon]

does anyone know what kind of wrench is needed to remove this panel nut on the outside of the BNC connector? the scanner is a pro-2030

Really tough to tell from that pic, but this is probably it:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MT364AF/

 

[a417]

isn't it a spanner nut? I recall just using a spring clip tool (or any thing that could fit in the opposing recesses and twist gently).

 

[thesavo]

Yea. I think the forum de-res'ed the picture a bit when I uploaded it or b/c I cropped out so much.

a417, do you mean snap-ring pliers. I have a few of those. I did not think to try.
fxfscon. that X-key sounds familiar. I know it was mentioned once on an episode of Scanner guys, but I could not remember which one.

I will try a pair of snap-ring pliers first.

Thanks

 

[CycleSycho]

Yea. I think the forum de-res'ed the picture a bit when I uploaded it or b/c I cropped out so much.

a417, do you mean snap-ring pliers. I have a few of those. I did not think to try.
fxfscon. that X-key sounds familiar. I know it was mentioned once on an episode of Scanner guys, but I could not remember which one.

I will try a pair of snap-ring pliers first.

Thanks

The right angle ones would be the ones to try.


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[a417]

do you mean snap-ring pliers.

Heard them called both names, the antiques I have are engraved with "spring clip remover". @CycleSycho is right, they usually have right-angled inserts that make it infinitely easier to use.

 

[krokus]

You can use a pair of needle nose pliers, and an appropriate amount of caution.

 

[thesavo]

OK. I was able to remove the panel nut an re tighten using a pair of automotive right angle snap-ring pliers. This seems OK for a one-off REPAIR. However, I think the recommendation goes to the x-key sold on Amazon, as recommended in post #2.

 

[CycleSycho]

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It is always advisable to use the right tool for the right job (as designed). Of course, in a pinch, we can use what is available within reason & safety. Glad you got it off!


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[thesavo]

Yes. I agree. Tool ordered.

 

[majoco]

I think it's a 9/16" socket - but you may have to grind the end off so that there's no chamfer - good ones ain't cheap, but when you earn your living with them you need good tools......

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[thesavo]

The x-key tool came today. I was able to convince the nut off with it and make the modifications I needed. However I suppose this tool isn't the exact one. The teeth seem to be a bit wider than the notches it's meant to fit in. Oh well. It got the job done; as about as well as a set of automotive snap ring pliers